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Low major histocompatibility complex class II DQA diversity in the Giant Panda (
ABSTRACT The giant panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) is one of the most endangered animals due to habitat fragmentation and loss. Although the captive breeding program for this species is now nearly two decades old, researches on the genetic background of such captive populations, especially on adaptive molecular polymorphism of major histocompatibility complex (MHC), are still limited. In this study, we characterized adaptive variation of the giant panda's MHC DQA gene by PCR amplification of its antigen-recognizing region (i.e. the exon 2) and subsequent single-strand conformational polymorphism (SSCP) and sequence analyses.
The results revealed a low level of DQA exon 2 diversity in this rare animal, presenting 6 alleles from 61 giant panda individuals. The observed polymorphism was restricted to 9 amino acid substitutions, all of which occurred at and adjacent to positions forming the functionally important antigen-binding sites. All the samples were in Hardy-Weinberg proportions. A significantly higher rate of non-synonymous than synonymous substitutions at the antigen-binding sites indicated positive selection for diversity in the locus.
The DQA allelic diversity of giant pandas was low relative to other vertebrates. Nonetheless, the pandas exhibited more alleles in DQA than those in DRB, suggesting the alpha chain genes would play a leading role when coping with certain pathogens and thus should be included in conservation genetic investigation. The microsatellite and MHC loci might predict long-term persistence potential and short-term survival ability, respectively. Consequently, it is recommended to utilize multiple suites of microsatellite markers and multiple MHC loci to detect overall genetic variation in order to design unbiased conservation strategies.
Full-textDOI: · Available from: Xiangdong Ruan, Apr 25, 2014
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- "The results of pre-experiments indicated that the giant panda probably had not less than one DRB or one DQA locus. Considering the requirement of correct contig assembly and inter-loci confusion of the exon 3-located primers, we finally abandoned these two suits of exon 3-located primers and adopted the two exon 2-located primerpairs, which had been proven to be one-locus-amplified in our colleagues' studies [8,9]. "
Article: Zeng CJ, Pan HJ, Gong SB, Yu JQ, Wan QH, Fang SG.. Giant panda BAC library construction and assembly of a 650-kb contig spanning major histocompatibility complex class II region. BMC Genomics 8: 315[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: Giant panda is rare and endangered species endemic to China. The low rates of reproductive success and infectious disease resistance have severely hampered the development of captive and wild populations of the giant panda. The major histocompatibility complex (MHC) plays important roles in immune response and reproductive system such as mate choice and mother-fetus bio-compatibility. It is thus essential to understand genetic details of the giant panda MHC. Construction of a bacterial artificial chromosome (BAC) library will provide a new tool for panda genome physical mapping and thus facilitate understanding of panda MHC genes. A giant panda BAC library consisting of 205,800 clones has been constructed. The average insert size was calculated to be 97 kb based on the examination of 174 randomly selected clones, indicating that the giant panda library contained 6.8-fold genome equivalents. Screening of the library with 16 giant panda PCR primer pairs revealed 6.4 positive clones per locus, in good agreement with an expected 6.8-fold genomic coverage of the library. Based on this BAC library, we constructed a contig map of the giant panda MHC class II region from BTNL2 to DAXX spanning about 650 kb by a three-step method: (1) PCR-based screening of the BAC library with primers from homologous MHC class II gene loci, end sequences and BAC clone shotgun sequences, (2) DNA sequencing validation of positive clones, and (3) restriction digest fingerprinting verification of inter-clone overlapping. The identifications of genes and genomic regions of interest are greatly favored by the availability of this giant panda BAC library. The giant panda BAC library thus provides a useful platform for physical mapping, genome sequencing or complex analysis of targeted genomic regions. The 650 kb sequence-ready BAC contig map of the giant panda MHC class II region from BTNL2 to DAXX, verified by the three-step method, offers a powerful tool for further studies on the giant panda MHC class II genes.BMC Genomics 02/2007; 8(1):315. DOI:10.1186/1471-2164-8-315 · 3.99 Impact Factor
Article: Molecular characterization of major histocompatibility complex class I genes from the giant panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca)[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: The major histocompatibility complex class I genes play crucial roles in the adaptive immune system of vertebrates against intracellular pathogens. To date, no class I genes from the giant panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) has been reported, even none from species of Ursidae. In this study, we successfully identified three class I genes from a giant panda bacterial artificial chromosome library and designated them as Aime-128, 152, and 1906, respectively. Pairwise sequence alignments revealed that (1) the Aime-1906 always possessed the lowest identities (52-86%) in different regions compared with the Aime-128 and 152 and (2) the Aime-128 also varied from the Aime-152 in the regions of 5' untranslated region (UTR), 3' UTR, and exon1, whose similarities were 83%, 87%, and 91%, respectively. Comparison of structure characteristics indicated that the Aime-128 possessed all conserved amino acids important to the function of antigen presentation while the Aime-152 and 1906 presented two and five mutated residues. Analysis of phylogenetic trees demonstrated that the Aime-128, 152, and 1906 were clustered into three different branches with 99% or 100% bootstrap values. As a result, these three kinds of evidence supported that the Aime-1906, 152, and 128 should be derived from different loci. Furthermore, in view of a prestop codon in the exon 7 and patterns of amino acid replacement within alleles, the Aime-1906 gene is predicted to be a nonclassical locus, which is most closely related to dog leukocyte antigen 79 in the phylogenetic tree constructed with various mammalian class I loci.Immunogenetics 05/2008; 60(3-4):185-93. DOI:10.1007/s00251-008-0281-7 · 2.23 Impact Factor


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This fall, branch members Michele Stark and Sue Miller, will be joining the Sierra College Gender Equity Committee to serve in official capacity as Community Representatives to the committee.
The AAUW mission is to "promote equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research." Megan Seely, Gender Equity Committee chair states that "the mission and work of AAUW is directly in line with the efforts of Sierra College to ensure a safe and equitable environment for all students."
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Houston Texan Antonio Smith clearly got his bell rung a few too many times during Sunday's Patriots' game. He claims that Bill Belichick somehow secretly spied on the Texans, which helped Tom Brady and the boys win the game in the second half. Correct me if I am wrong, but Belichick and the offensive and defensive coordinators had plenty of time to watch them play live, on the field, in the first half.
Not to mention, they had the full week of tape review before the game. Last time I checked, that was considered doing your homework. Sore loser Smith should have been watching tape on the Patriots last week. The not-so-Patriotic trend all season has been white-knuckle, gritty wins in the second half. Get a clue, Antonio; crack a book or turn on the TV.
The entire second half, the Patriots' bumbled their way through to a win. There were dropped balls, horrid attempts at runs, balls that were not caught, and a defense that left something to be desired, just as there was in the first. There was nothing "miraculous" about it.
The Texans defense, though strong, was outplayed. Houston's offense scored because Patriots' fans all watched their team play a zone defense while the Texans were playing an effective man to man coverage. After all, the Pats won by a mere three points. This is far from voodoo. If we had magic on our side, perhaps we could get Brady to release the ball sooner as I scream at the TV, "Throw it." Or, when Shane Vereen tries to literally run through the defenseman, he actually would do so like a ghost.
Today, Brady said on WEEI that "he didn't think much of" Smith's comments. Rob Ninkovich felt the spying accusations were, "kind of silly," on WEEI's Mutt and Merloni show. The truth is something seems to click for the Patriots when they enter the locker room at halftime. Perhaps, there is something magical and miraculous about it. Then again maybe Belichick, Brady, and all the others developing plays and strategy just continued to hit the books, on Sunday, studying and analyzing their way to victory.
Tags: Antonio Smith, Bill Belichick, Houston Texans, New England Patriots, Spygate, Tom Brady
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Tom Hanks and Oprah Winfrey lead today's list of shocking Oscar snubs
Oscar nomination morning may bring joy to the chosen few, but "few" is the operative word -- the list of who's out is always going to be longer than the list of who's in. A few shock omissions are par for the course, but it seems this morning's announcement brought even more than usual, and in a multitude of categories -- from Tom Hanks to Emma Thompson to Sarah Polley to Lana del Rey. After the jump, we list a few of the no-shows that surprised us most.
- Remember when Tom Hanks was touted as a likely double nominee? His supporting campaign for "Saving Mr. Banks" fell off the rails a while ago, but missing the Best Actor cut for "Captain Phillips" stings.
- It wasn't a great morning for "Captain Phillips," in fact: former nominee Paul Greengrass was shut out of the Best Director lineup -- the one DGA nominee to miss.
- While we're talking the woes of Hanks-starring films, "Saving Mr. Banks" -- predicted by many, including Kris, for a Best Picture nod -- received only one nomination, for Best Original Score.
- That, of course, means Emma Thompson was omitted from the Best Actress roster. All this time we were wondering if it was Amy Adams or Meryl Streep for the fifth slot: turns out Thompson was the vulnerable one.
- Daniel Brühl could have been forgiven for thinking that his "Rush" co-star Chris Hemsworth reading the nominees was a good omen. It wasn't: despite SAG and Globe nods, he missed the Supporting Actor cut.
- Back in August, some prognosticators made bold claims that Oprah Winfrey would win Best Supporting Actress for "Lee Daniels' The Butler." Instead, the Academy followed the Globes' lead and left her out.
- In fact, "The Butler" -- a summer prestige hit that performed extremely well with SAG -- didn't score a single nomination.
- We'd been optimistic that, despite the poor Guild showing for "Inside Llewyn Davis," the Academy might rescue the Coens in the Best Original Screenplay category. No such luck.
- With seven wins, Pixar may be the kings of the Animated Feature category, but not this year: "Monsters University" was left out, just like "Cars 2" a few years back.
- In a competitive Documentary Feature category, Sarah Polley's "Stories We Tell" is the most eyebrow-raising omission -- it won the NYFCC and LAFCA awards, among others.
- The Academy evidently responded to Wong Kar-wai's gorgeous "The Grandmaster" -- it was nominated for cinematography and costumes -- but not that much: it missed the Best Foreign Language Film lineup.
- Something to give the "12 Years a Slave" camp cause for concern: ASC nominee Sean Bobbitt didn't score a nomination for Best Cinematography.
- Hans Zimmer, meanwhile, didn't make the Best Original Score lineup for any of the 2013 scores, including "12 Years a Slave" and "Rush."
- An impressive technical showcase that scored a Globe nod for Best Picture, "Rush" was left out across the board.
- "American Hustle" may share the top nomination tally with "Gravity," but one surprising miss prevented it from an overall lead: all those amazing hairdos weren't good enough for the Makeup & Hairstyling category.
- More heartbreak for Lana del Rey to croon mournfully about: "Young and Beautiful," her love theme for "The Great Gatsby," was left out of Best Original Song.
- Thought the visual effects in "Pacific Rim" were impressive? So did we. But not impressive enough for the Academy, it turns out.
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This item comes courtesy of Greenpoint's one and only Bitchcakes whose latest (and hilarious) post has to do with a B61 bus driver trying to purchase pussy willows for his sweetie from World of Flowers. Check it out!
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You know what that they say about trouble: it comes in threes. It would appear this holiday weekend (and it ain't over yet) is proving to be a busy one for our very own 94th precinct.
M writes:
Hey Miss H – I witnessed an armed robbery early Friday morning around 1 AM at the corner of N. 11th & Union across from the Royal Oak bar in Williamsburg. A twenty-something couple that lives in the area got held up at gunpoint for their belongings. The assailants were both wearing hoodies: one grey and one black. The whole thing happened very quickly of course – when I first turned around to see the commotion, it almost looked as though the group knew each other. The robbers didn't take their cell phones so the couple both called 911. Unfortunately, there wasn't much I could offer other than "one in grey and one in black" from my vantage point across the street. One of the robbers held a gun to the male's head as they grabbed their bags and told them to "give it up. I found out afterward that the woman's bag contained a laptop full of research for her work. There were several squad cars on the scene within minutes of the robbery and they started scouring the area.
I gave the guy my card in case I could help remember anything more specific, but alas, I didn't get a view of the two robber's faces before they took off and rounded the corner onto Roebling. The couple hopped into one of the squad cars to take a look around, but as I got a call from the police about 2 hours later asking if I had seen the robbers' faces, I doubt they turned up anything in their search of the area. Pretty scary considering how it wasn't that late and the area there isn't exactly bereft of foot traffic. It would seem that criminals are getting bolder in the neighborhood, so people should be extra cautious when you're walking around late at night in less trafficked areas. It could have just as easily been me on that side of the street with my laptop (which I happened to have on me at the time) so this has me thinking twice about the safety of our area.
Here's a link to the google map of the corner where the robbery took place .
sorry this isn't a fun tip to pass on your way, but people should know what's happening out there after hours.
I agree. While not "fun" it is important that my fellow citizens know about this kind of thing, hence why I am posting this item. Be careful out there G & L trainers. Seriously.
Miss Heather
P.S.: Lest anyone reading this wants to voice their concerns about crime in the Greenpoint/Williamsburg area, the next Community Council meeting for the 94th Precinct will be on February 17, 2009 starting at 7:30 p.m. at the Greenpoint Savings Bank (AKA: Capital One):
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East Village Photo Du Jour: V-Day Wrap Up
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From Third Avenue.
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Today's Moment Of Zen
If any of you guys are still searching for a unique and very memorable Valentine's gift for your honey today, get thee down to the intersection of Green Street and Franklin Street.
Miss Heather
A Shooting At The Production Lounge?
This email comes courtesy of R.C.:
Hey Miss Heather
Thought you may like a little play by play of what the heck is happening out my window at this very moment.
Its 3:47 am.. and I was awaken by something that sounded like gun shots out my front window.
I was quickly shaken out of my bed and my thought was gun shots???? But why. Then I remembered instantly, OH PRODUCTION LOUNGE!
Sure enough, a small commotion was brewing outside.. people moving around quickly and fighting or trying to get away inside the "amazing bar" that has fallen upon our neighborhood. I noticed someone locking the door and keeping its patrons inside the bar, not letting anyone out. I instantly thought this is not going to be good. Cops show up, not with lights on nor sirens , about 5 cars and the place starts to flood out… cops direct the flow of people that were all exiting the bar away from Kent street direction and back towards Greenpoint Avenue on Franklin.
I thought I was dreaming when I heard "the shots" but I obviously was not when the presence of cops showed up outside my home ( I live on the same block as this shit den of a bar)Â and started to filter the lovely patrons of "P-LO" as I like to call this humble establishment away.
Its 3:53 now and the block is barricaded by cruisers on either side of this block on Franklin. From what I heard to what is now happening outside seems like yes maybe they were shots fired but no arrests or heavy breakouts resumed. Some people did run away at the moment I started watching and taping (yes I captured footage of this on my mini HD camera) this incident at the P-LO But now the block is barricaded by 10 or so cops…
The cops are now walking around the block with flashlights looking for something?? gun shot shells maybe?
What ever this is going on we need to close this place down for good! It's revolting and not what Franklin Street is about.
I guess its officially a crime scene when police tape is surrounding the entrances to the block on either end now.
A few cops are walking back and forth the block..flashlight in hand.
4:15 a.m
Cops walking around still. nothing seems to be urgent. talking on and off with who I think is one of the owners of this place.
Let us hope that this is the end of this place. But I fear it wont be…
The P-Lo needs to go!!!
So just thought I would let you know about whats happening and ask you how the heck do we shut down this HELLHOLE that has plagued our quiet hood.
This isn't the only email I got on the subject of this shooting either. Tony writes:
i heard 6 gunshots last night at 2:30 am from my place on Kent street.
i called 911. didn't venture outside. NYPD just called me and asked if i had any other info.
they said a woman got shot on the corner of Kent Street & Franklin but that she's going to be okay.
this is fucked up.
I can hardly wait to see how they spin this one at the next 94th Precinct Community Council Meeting.
Miss Heather
Photographer's (my) Note: This is 158 Franklin Street. The bullet that penetrated the front door managed to go through a second door in the interior of this domicile and lodged itself in a wall. I have it on good intelligence that bullets managed to find their way to the second floor of this residence as well. One destroyed a hat hanging on a rack (better the hat than the wearer, I suppose). It should also be noted that the owner of this house just finished renovating it from top to bottom. Now it has a few bullet holes to give it that "gritty" "urban" feel.
UPDATE: Apparently this matter has found its way onto Yelp;
While this place has been drawing my snarky ire since it opened for myriad reasons (laughable decor, seeming utter distain for the idea of a unified neighborhood fabric, loud, raucous club nights exhibiting contemptible taste levels vis-Ã -vis music, general waft of sadness and desperation, etc., etc.), I always considered it unfortunate joke that would be quickly and deservedly shuttered. But last night things took a much more serious turn…
You can read the rest by clicking here.* (A special thanks goes out to Greenpointless for bringing this to my attention.)
*NO YOU CAN'T: Yelp has pulled the posts.
Greenpoint Photo Du Jour: Just Like Any Other Day Edition
From Manhattan Avenue.
Miss Heather
Express Yourself!
Earlier this week the Mister asked me what I want to do for Valentine's Day. I told him (in all seriousness) I wanted to go bowling— and so we are. I have told my friends about this and they think it is hilarious. I, on the other hand, fail to see what the big deal is and therein lies the rub.
For wont of another way of putting it I am not the most warm, fuzzy and sentimental gal to be found. Sloppy protestations of love and bouquets of flowers— at the very best— will confuse me. More likely than not I'll get very suspicious and think you trying to pull something over on me. That's just the way I am and at this point I seriously doubt I am going to change. So be it. After a few misfires the Mister has learned this.
No mushy stuff necessary or cheesy cards, thanks. I not only don't want 'em but I don't need 'em: reading someone else's billets doux is a hell of a lot more fun. Some of you might remember (and if you do are probably doing your utmost to forget) the recent cache of naughty foot fetish goodness I found at the junk shop a couple weeks ago. Well, I have some very good new (for me, anyway): now I have a some letters to go with them! Having trouble expressing yourself to your lady love this Valentine's Day? Why not take a few tips from these guys? You'll be certain to get her attention— and possibly a restraining order too!
V-Day Tip #1: Always make sure your letter is neat and legible.
V-Day Tip #2: Use the phrase ROYAL TOE JAM.
If you follow these directions you might get a doggy biscuit!
Remember the movie Sleepless In Seattle? God, I hated that film. Well, here's its little known (and infinitely more fun) sequel. It is called Naked On My Knees In Queens.
After reading this a few questions come to mind:
- Why don't I get mail like this?
- Why does every man who comes a courtin' claim he is "very good looking"? God has made plenty of room in this world for dog shit ugly. Oh has he ever. Don't believe me? Then I would like to humbly suggestion you take a long hard look at Aerosmith nowadays. Any questions?
I know at least one person out there reading this is a musician. Would you please start a bad (or at the very least write a song) called "White Trash Doormat"? PLEEEEEEEEEEEEZE.
Of course there is something to be said about just being upfront and to the point.
Miss Heather
Greenpoint Photos Du Jour: Valentines Day Special
In keeping with the spirit of Valetine's Day here are a few shots taken from none other than the Garden Spot of the Universe. Enjoy!
This lovely assortment of roses come from the A.J. Farm Market at 1014 Manhattan Avenue.
As many of you know this is also Presidents Day weekend. So why not do what the owners of T & N Wine and Liquor did and combine motifs?
Nothing washes down a box of chocolate (or nine) like a tall frosty one!
Valentine's Day meets Chinese New Year on Herbert Street.
Now this is what I call a teddy bear!
Someone is loved on Morgan Avenue.
Yeah, I know this isn't from Greenpoint per se. But I like it and what's more it makes a great finisher for this post. So there!
Miss Heather


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Fall is a good time to transplant woody landscape plants. Dig the hole 4-5 times wider than the plant's root ball. Many plants are sensitive to being planted deeper than they were growing originally, so try not to dig the hole any deeper than that ball, so that settling does not occur after planting. Use the same soil to backfill, without adding organic matter or fertilizer. Mulch the area over the roots and stake the trees securely.
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Newington, CT 06111
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Newington, CT 06111
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... of barbecuing and chatting.
The next morning we had planned to meet them back at their house, where we all set off in their 8-seater vehicle to visit Sparks Lake. I think Andrew enjoyed having a break from the driving for a bit! The lake was beautiful, even though we were told they had never seen it so empty, this early in the start of the summer. The reason for the low water was the poor snowfalls from the winter, as this is actually high desert, so the ...
... tacos from one of the carts (the tacos were the best choice) before making our way to 10 Barrel, our first brewery stop. After that, it was on to Deschutes, Crux, Boneyard, Bend Brewing Company, Silver Moon (and local bars McMinemans and West Side). It was quite the day, and in the end Erik and I both favored Crux. They had the largest selection of beers and one of the best outdoor patio/yard areas that we visited all day. On top of that, the view of ...
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... br> Next, we drove to Paulina Falls which is located west of Paulina Lake. The side-by-side Paulina Falls drop 60 feet onto a jumble of rocks below. We continued our hike to Paulina Lake. It is so freezing cold. We encountered snow flurries and snow on the ground in this area. The road to the summit was closed due to snow so we returned back to the condo.
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We are now in Bend, OR for a few days. We plan on leaving here on Saturday morning to slowly make our way to Vegas. We have some new sites we want to check out.
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Other places to stay in Bend
Seventh Mountain Resort18575 SW Century Dr., Bend | 3 star hotelfrom $185
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- Lots to Do!
- Not worth the money.
Mount Bachelor Village Resort19717 Mt. Bachelor Drive, Bend | 3 star hotelfrom $158
DoubleTree By Hilton Bend300 N.W. Franklin Ave, Bend | 2 star hotelfrom $175
Bend Three Sisters Inn & Suites721 NE 3rd St, Bend | Hotelfrom $108
Red Lion Hotel Bend1415 NE 3rd St, Bend | 3 star hotelfrom $119
Hilton Garden Inn Bend425 SW Bluff Drive, Bend | 3 star hotelfrom $164
Days Inn Bend849 NE Third Street, Bend | 2 star hotelfrom $64
La Quinta Inn Bend61200 South US Highway 97, Bend | 2 star hotelfrom $129
TownePlace Suites Bend755 SW 13th Place, Bend | 3 star hotelfrom $133
Fairfield Inn & Suites Bend Downtown1626 Northwest Wall Street, Bend | 2 star hotelfrom $152
Comfort Inn & Suites62065 SE 27th Street, Bend | 2 star hotelfrom $120
Bend Riverside Inn & Suites1565 North-West Wall Street, Bend | Hotelfrom $74
Econo Lodge Bend437 NE 3rd Street, Bend | 2 star hotelfrom $64
Sleep Inn600 NE Bellevue, Bend | 2 star hotelfrom $92
Bend Inn Suites15 NE Butler Market Road, Bend | 2 star hotelfrom $108
Quality Inn20600 Grandview Dr, Bend | 2 star hotelfrom $87
Holiday Motel880 South-East Third Street, Bend | 2 star hotelfrom $65
Cascade Lodge420 3rd Street, Bend | 2 star hotelfrom $67
Econo Lodge3705 N Hwy 97, Bend | 1 star hotelfrom $49
Pine Ridge Inn1200 SW Mt. Bachelor Drive, Bend | 3 star hotelfrom $178
The Oxford Hotel10 NW Minnesota Avenue, Bend | 4 star hotelfrom $272
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Fish Tales: Snook, reds continue to offer action
It is a continuing story of snook and reds being the best action for anglers in Estero Bay and offshore from south Lee County.
Fishbuster Charters' Dave Hanson fished Estero Bay from Wiggins Pass to Barefoot Beach with Rick Szymanski, Joe Donisi and Al Orpenzo.
The group used shrimp and shiners to catch and release 10 snook up to 20 inches, several redfish to 16 1/2 inches, cravalle jacks and small snapper. They also caught a keeper mangrove snapper and four keeper sheepshead.
Going offshore Thursday, Hanson fished with brothers Matt and Mike Malinak and their friend Kevin Collen.
"We fished in 68 feet about 28 miles out of New Pass. We had great conditions, but I noticed a large amount of red tide on top of the water from about eight miles offshore to about 21 miles. There weren't a lot of dead fish around, but the southwest wind was pushing the red tide right into shore. We got out past it, where the water was pristine, but there wasn't an abundance of fish. We did well, though, on shrimp with a keeper red grouper at 21 inches, a pair of 24-inch Spanish mackerel, a 14-inch triggerfish and five yellowtail snapper," he reports.
The group also had fun with a 150-pound goliath grouper that bit a grunt and blue runner that were hooked together. They released the goliath, along with a 3-foot sharp-nose shark, lots of short red grouper to 16 inches and short yellowtail.
A wet Saturday morning was in store for Hanson and the Kinsel family on Estero Bay. "But with two boys 11 and 7 years old wanting to go fishing, we decided to brave it," Hanson reports. Their efforts were rewarded with three keeper redfish and a keeper mangrove snapper.
On Sunday, winds picked up and kicked seas up to about 3 feet. Fishing off New Pass with Tom Connolly and his friend Jim, Hanson and the group caught and released keeper-sized Spanish mackerel to 25 inches, five nearly-keeper mutton snapper that were an inch or so short of the 16 inch legal limit, a 3-pound cravalle jack, gag grouper shorts to 18 inches, red grouper shorts to 15 inches, three 25 inch goliath grouper, blue runners and small yellowtail snapper.
From the keeper list, they had mangrove snapper, whitebone porgies and a 13-inch triggerfish.
From Ron Kowalyk, the report is that the "rat pack" was hungry in the Ding and along the east shore of Matlacha this past week. "We whacked numerous pods of fish as we followed the tides in or out with special attention to the creek mouths and points. There were a few mid-slot fish to be had and a rare oversized critter."
Kowalyk reports that the snook bite was fair around the Sanibel harbor docks, the Sanibel Pier and at the mouth of the Caloosahatchee, while trout action was solid on the upper reaches of Pine Island Sound and in San Carlos Bay. A few cobia, tarpon and snook were hanging around the Sanibel Causeway.
Further south, Estero Bay offered action with redfish, snook and snapper, which were feeding on whitebait, shrimp and scented plastics.
"The passes were the top spots for big reds on the outgoing tides. Snapper, reds and small goliaths were eating around the bridge pilings and docks adjacent to the passes," Kowalyk.
n Capt. Ron Kowalyk's Corner: Fall is "head knocker time" in the passes around our area that find big redfish migrating for a last heavy inshore feeding period. Stout bait runner or clicker outfits with 20-40 pound braided line, heavier than usual leaders to 60 pounds and 6/0 circle hooks strung with a fat, 4-6 inch pinfish are top baits. Egg sinkers sizes can vary depending of the tidal flow but 1-3 ounces are good starting sizes. I like to start out a bit on the heavy side so as not to have to re-tie.
If you're in a deep channel or working in close quarters with other boats, heavier sinkers can help you hold in the zone. Pitching your offering just upstream of your desired drift can help in placing you offering in strong current so long as the bottom is fairly clear of snags.


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So glad to see you and visit again! You always make a visit to Madison such a treat! ~ Our first wedding couple who return annually on or about their anniversary!
- Atlanta, GA ~ August 31, 2008
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Whether looking for a romantic getaway, a relaxing weekend, a respite from travels, or the perfect destination wedding venue, the historic Brady Inn Bed and Breakfast in Madison, Georgia, has it all.
The Brady Inn B&B's sprawling bungalow design maximizes the welcoming privacy of each individually decorated room. And, yes, every guestroom has central air & heat and a private bathroom! Custom-made mattresses and box springs by the Georgia Sleep Shop, high thread count cotton sheets and a choice of pillows insures a comfortable night's sleep.
From the moment you enter, you will feel at home. Wake to the aromas of freshly ground St. Ives coffee or Harney & Sons gourmet teas. Read our award winning local paper along with Peter's hearty breakfast. The menu changes daily, but there's always a fruit starter and full, hot entree. Stroll through the historic district, visit museums, shop for antiques, dine in a variety of restaurants -- all within walking distance of the Inn. Don't forget we have bikes for your use, lovely garden settings, and a fire pit when weather is cool.
Our guest computer, printer and copier and high speed internet access with free WiFi allow you to check email or keep abreast of your business.
Help yourself to fresh cookies and a selection of hot and cold beverages in the light, breezy, dining room. At day's end, enjoy a complimentary glass of wine or bottle of beer on one of our rocking-chair porches and relax in the peace and quiet of the Brady Inn.
What do our guests have to say? Check out the Comments Page to peek into our guest books!
Inn Trivia: Did you know...?
We collect and send your leftover bars of soap to the Clean the World recycling program. They have reprocessed and distributed more than 8 million bars of soap to people in need in the US, Haiti and more than 40 countries. Our first shipment of 23 pounds of partially used bars resulted in 123 new bars of soap!
About Your Hosts
Karen & Peter Wibell moved to Georgia in 1996 with their two young daughters to be closer to family. Like some of you, they enjoyed B&Bs and thought one day they might have one of their own. Suddenly, in May of 2006, that day was here!
Karen's professional career was in home furnishings; Peter had managed restaurants in New York City and Dallas while working on his doctorate as a family and marriage counselor. These skills, along with their genuine interest in people, love of fine food, attention to detail, and hospitality experience made them gracious hosts.
In the summer of 2015, health issues and age required stepping back. Fortunately, a great staff including Billie, Dot, Kim, Laurie, Rick, and Wes, our general manger, go out of their way to make sure you have a wonderful stay! With ready smiles and great local knowledge, you will enjoy meeting and getting to know them.
Dot holds the 2015 Hospitality Award of the Year from the Madison Morgan County Chamber of Commerce.
The Inn was bought "as is" ~ apparently that included a calico cat which we named "Brady". An outside kitty, Brady had been badly abused and can't meow. For six years she avoided guests and barely tolerated us; however, in the Spring of 2012, she had a personality change and now allows herself to be petted although she still does not like to be picked up! Please remember she is not allowed inside!